Two Lexus RC F GT3 Teams to Race in Germany This Weekend

Two Lexus RC F GT3 racing teams will join the German VLN championship this weekend in the SPX prototype class.

Kevin · July 2nd, 2015

Lexus LF-LC Coupe to Have Twin-Turbo 600+ Horsepower V8 Engine?

Automobile Magazine has an article on potential powertrains for the upcoming Lexus production model based on the LF-LC concept.

Kevin · June 30th, 2015

Lexus RC F Finishes Third in Pikes Peak Hill Climb Time Attack

Justin Bell and the Lexus RC F GT concept finished third in the Time Attack 1 class at this weekend’s Pikes Peak International Hill Climb.

Kevin · June 29th, 2015

Lexus IS 200t Coming to Canada, New IS 300 AWD Also Announced

Lexus Canada has announced that the current IS 250 will be replaced with two engine options — the IS 200t RWD announced earlier today, and a new IS 300 AWD.

Kevin · June 26th, 2015

Lexus Announces IS 200t with 2.0L Turbo Engine

Lexus Europe has announced the long rumored IS 200t sports sedan will be available starting in September of this year.

Kevin · June 26th, 2015

Photo Gallery: The Lexus NX 20t Aero Kit from TOM’S Japan

Official Lexus Japan tuner TOM’S has released more photos of their new NX 20t aero kit.

Kevin · June 24th, 2015

Video: The 2016 Lexus RX in Traffic

While this wouldn't be news on any other site, here's a quick video of red 2016 Lexus RX moving through traffic in Japan.

Kevin · June 23rd, 2015

Lexus RC F GT Concept to Participate in Pikes Peak International Hill Climb

Lexus will be competing in the annual Pikes Peak International Hill Climb this Sunday with the new RC F GT Concept.

Kevin · June 22nd, 2015

Photo Gallery: The 2016 Lexus RX in New Colors

Lexus Norway has posted some group photos of the next-generation RX, likely from an advance training event.

Kevin · June 18th, 2015

Leaked: The 2016 Lexus LX Shows Up on Facebook

A Lexus dealership in Abu Dhabi has published images of what looks to be the the new 2016 Lexus LX.

Kevin · June 15th, 2015

Two Mystery Lexus IS F SPORTs Spotted in California

Two unusual IS F SPORT models were spotted at Lexus USA headquarters by our site administrator Mike Forsythe this weekend.

Kevin · June 15th, 2015

Photo Gallery: Ultrasonic Blue Lexus RC F on 20-Inch Bronze Vossen VFS-2 Wheels

Team Vossen is back at it again with this new photo/video set featuring an Ultrasonic Blue Lexus RC F with satin bronze VFS-2 wheels.

Kevin · June 11th, 2015

Video: Lexus NX Study Measures Consumer Excitement

Lexus USA teamed up with AMCI Testing, one of the most respected independent automotive testing companies in the world, to compare the consumer excitement level of the Lexus NX & Audi Q5.

Kevin · June 11th, 2015

Wild New Rumors on the Production Lexus LF-LC

Yahoo! Taiwan has published some very questionable rumors on the production Lexus LF-LC.

Kevin · June 10th, 2015

Inside the Lexus ED2 Design Studio in France

BEYOND Magazine has a revealing profile of the Lexus ED2 design studio in France.

Kevin · June 9th, 2015

New Details on the Production Lexus LF-LC

The Chunichi Shimbun newspaper in Japan has some interesting insight into the production version of the Lexus LF-LC .

Kevin · June 9th, 2015

Lexus Files Trademarks for RC 300 & IS 300 in USA

The Kaizen Factor weblog has been digging deep into Toyota trademarks in the USA, and in the process made an unexpected discovery — Lexus has recently filed applications for both the IS 300 and the RC 300.

Kevin · June 8th, 2015

Lexus GS F to Participate in Annual Goodwood Festival of Speed Hillclimb

The Lexus GS F will make its public driving debut later this month at the Goodwood Festival of Speed in England.

Kevin · June 7th, 2015

Super GT Driver James Rossiter Travels to Fuji Speedway in a Lexus RC F

TOM’S Racing driver James Rossiter is driving a Lexus RC F to Fuji Speedway in advance of his August 8th race in the PETRONAS TOM’S RC F GT500.

Kevin · June 4th, 2015

Jeremy Clarkson Still Loves the Lexus LFA

Missed this last week, but during his first interview since being fired from Top Gear, Jeremy Clarkson reaffirmed to BBC host Chris Evans that the Lexus LFA was his favorite ever car to drive

Kevin · June 3rd, 2015

Video: Listen to the Lexus GS F’s 467 Horsepower V8 Engine

The Lexus Forum in the Netherlands has some new video of the Ultra White Lexus GS F revving its engine, and it sounds like a monster.

Kevin · June 1st, 2015

Lexus CT Owner Blog: Thoughts on Infotainment

My plan for this month’s post on the CT owner’s blog was to sing the praises of the Display Audio controller, the circular dial interface for recent Lexus models without navigation installed.

Kevin · May 31st, 2015

New Details on the 2016 Lexus LX 570 Update

Japanese magazine Best Car has published a rendering of the updated 2016 Lexus LX 570 expected later this year, and it shows what could be the largest spindle grille in the brand’s history.

Kevin · May 31st, 2015

2017 Lexus LS Prototype Spotted in Japan

A very awkward-looking next-generation Lexus LS test mule has been spotted by Japanese magazine MAG-X

Kevin · May 28th, 2015

Lexus Announces Safety Recall for NX 200t for Anti-Lock Brake Issue

Lexus has announced a safety recall for certain 2015 Lexus NX 200t models due to an issue with the anti-lock brake system.

Kevin · May 27th, 2015

Lexus LS 500h Trademarked in Europe

Lexus has filed a trademark for the LS 500h in Europe, opening up speculation that the next-generation LS flagship will be getting a new hybrid powertrain.

Kevin · May 27th, 2015

Digital Manufacturing: How the Lexus RC F was created for the Forza Horizon 2 Videogame

Lexus UK has a feature on how the Lexus RC F was digitally recreated in the Forza: Horizon 2 videogame.

Kevin · May 26th, 2015

Video: TOM’S Releases Lexus NX 20t Aero Kit & Exhaust System

Official Lexus Japan tuner TOM’S has released an extensive video of their new NX 20t aero kit.

Kevin · May 21st, 2015

New Videos: The Next Generation 2016 Lexus RX

Big moment today, as two new videos on the next-generation 2016 Lexus RX have been released.

Kevin · May 20th, 2015

Photo Gallery: The 2016 Lexus ES in Atomic Silver

One week after the 2016 Lexus ES in Atomic Silver was spotted in Southern California, we have more images of the updated model from Motor.es in Spain.

Kevin · May 19th, 2015

Lexus LFA Code X Finishes First in Class at Nurburgring 24 Hour Race

The 24 Hours of Nürburgring race in Germany wrapped up this afternoon, and it was a good showing from all Lexus teams involved.

Kevin · May 17th, 2015

Two Lexus Teams to Participate in the 24 Hours of Nürburgring Race This Weekend

This weekend, two Lexus teams will be racing in the 24 Hours of Nürburgring. The first team will be driving the Lexus LFA Code X in the SP-Pro class, and the second team will be the RC 200t in the SP3 class.

Kevin · May 15th, 2015

What is Lexus Planning for the Next-Generation LS?

One of the most interesting exchanges in our podcast interview with Lexus International executive vice-president Mark Templin was a discussion on the definition of a Lexus halo car.

Kevin · May 14th, 2015

Should the Original Lexus RX 300 be Considered a Classic Car?

The first-generation RX as a classic car is a stretch in the traditional sense, but Elizabeth Sobieski from The Huffington Post makes a compelling argument.

Kevin · May 14th, 2015

Spotted: The 2016 Lexus ES 350 in Atomic Silver

A 2016 Lexus ES in Atomic Silver has been spotted in Southern California, making it the first time the updated sedan has been seen on public roads.

Kevin · May 13th, 2015

Motor Trend Comparison: Lexus LX 570 vs. Cadillac Escalade, Lincoln Navigator, Infiniti QX80, MB GL450 & RR Sport

The Lexus LX 570 may be eight years old, but it still manages to place mid-pack in a huge Motor Trend comparison test with the Cadillac Escalade, Mercedes GL450, Range Rover Sport HSE, Lincoln Navigator, and Infiniti QX80.

Kevin · May 11th, 2015

Photos & Video: The Ultra White Lexus GS F in Barcelona

Lexus Spain sent in some more photos of the Ultra White Lexus GS F that debuted at Salón del Automóvil de Barcelona last week.

Kevin · May 11th, 2015

Video Profile of the LMcorsa Lexus RC F GT3 Team

Lexus Japan has released four videos detailing the LMcorsa RC F GT3 race car currently participating in the Super GT series, including profiles of the key personnel.

Kevin · May 8th, 2015

Ultra White Lexus GS F on Display at Barcelona Auto Show

An Ultra White Lexus GS F is currently on display at Salón del Automóvil de Barcelona.

Kevin · May 7th, 2015

Car & Driver Comparison: Lexus RC 350 F SPORT vs. Cadillac ATS Coupe 3.6 vs. Audi S5

Car & Driver has published a comparison test with the Lexus RC 350 F SPORT, Cadillac ATS coupe 3.6, and Audi S5. The results for the RC were not pretty.

Kevin · May 7th, 2015

Dan Neil Reviews the 2015 Lexus RC 350 F SPORT

Dan Neil of the Wall Street Journal chooses style over substance in his review of the 2014 Lexus RC 350 F SPORT.

Kevin · May 5th, 2015

Interview with Lexus Global Design Group Manager

Lexus Europe has posted an insightful interview with Lexus Design group manager Takeshi Tanabe on their Facebook page.

Kevin · May 5th, 2015

Lexus LFA Code X & Lexus RC 200t Participate in Nürburgring VLN Race

Both Gazoo Lexus Racing teams took part the VLN Round 2 race at the Nürburgring last weekend in preparation of the Nürburgring 24-Hour race next month.

Kevin · April 30th, 2015

Bridgestone Commercial: Inside the Lexus RC F GT500 Race Car

Bridgestone has released an intense commercial for their Potenza tires featuring the KeePers TOM’s Lexus RC F GT500 race car.

Kevin · April 29th, 2015

Video: Watch the 1000 Horsepower Drift-Built Lexus LFA on the Track

The infamous drift-built Lexus LFA and its TRD Nascar V8 engine made an appearance on the most recent episode of Video Option.

Kevin · April 27th, 2015

Video: Race Car Driver Ken Gushi Drifts Lexus RC F Around a Private Jet

OpenRoad Lexus teamed up with racecar driver Ken Gushi for a short film to officially launch the RC F at their dealership.

Kevin · April 25th, 2015

Update: Two Lexus RC F GT3 Teams to Race in Germany’s VLN Series

Both teams made an appearance yesterday at the Lexus Forum Filderstadt dealership.

Kevin · April 24th, 2015

Updated 2016 Lexus ES 350 to Built in Kentucky by End of the Year

The 2016 ES 350 will be the first Lexus vehicle ever built in the United States.

Kevin · April 23rd, 2015

Lexus RC F GT3 Team Announced for Germany’s VLN Endurance Series

Farnbacher Racing & Emil Frey Racing will start racing a Lexus RC F GT3 car in the VLN Endurance Championship in Germany.

Kevin · April 22nd, 2015

Lexus Dominates 2015 Auto Express Driver Power Study

The 2015 Auto Express Driver Power survey of over 61,000 British drivers has named Lexus the best manufacturer and the Lexus IS the Best Car to Own in Britain.

Kevin · April 22nd, 2015

Live Photos of the Updated 2016 Lexus ES

Time for some photos of the updated 2016 Lexus ES live from the Shanghai auto show floor.

Kevin · April 21st, 2015

2016 Lexus RX to be Offered with 2.0L Turbo Engine in Select Markets

The Lexus RX 200t was announced alongside the updated 2016 ES today at the Shanghai auto show.

Kevin · April 20th, 2015

Video: Introducing the Updated 2016 Lexus ES

Here’s the launch video from the Auto Shanghai debut of the updated 2016 Lexus ES.

Kevin · April 20th, 2015

Updated 2016 Lexus ES Debuts at Auto Shanghai

The 2016 Lexus ES debuted at Auto Shanghai just moments ago, here’s the full press release along with the first photos of updated model.

Kevin · April 19th, 2015

Photo Gallery: Lexus RC F Official Pace Car at Long Beach Grand Prix

A custom-wrapped Lexus RC F was one of the official pace cars at this weekend’s Toyota Grand Prix in Long Beach.

Kevin · April 19th, 2015

Photo Gallery: The 2016 Lexus RX 350 in Silver

Lexus Asia has posted images of the new RX in silver — it’s also our first look at the RX 350 in standard trim.

Kevin · April 17th, 2015

No Immediate Plans for a Lexus LF-SA Production City Car

According to Green Car Reports interview with Lexus International executive vice-president Mark Templin, there are no current plans to build a Lexus city car based on the LF-SA concept.

Kevin · April 16th, 2015

CarAdvice Comparison: The Lexus NX 200t vs. BMW X3 xDrive28i

In a CarAdvice comparison test between the Lexus NX 200t F SPORT and BMW X3 xDrive28i, reviewer Matt Campbell found the contest too close to call.

Kevin · April 15th, 2015

Chris Harris Slams Lexus F Performance Brand

In his latest editorial on Jalopnik, Chris Harris attacks the Lexus F performance brand and its apparent lack of focus.

Kevin · April 13th, 2015

Photo Gallery: Matte Pearl White Lexus RC F on 20″ Vossen VPS Wheels

Vossen Wheels have a new photo gallery with a matte-pearl-white wrapped Lexus RC F on VPS-311 wheels.

Kevin · April 13th, 2015

Matte White Lexus LF-SA Concept Debuts at Milan Design Week

A special edition matte white Lexus LF-SA concept made its debut today at Milan Design Week

Kevin · April 13th, 2015

Lexus China Announces Two Special Edition CT 200h Models

Two limited edition CT 200h trims have been released: The Chocolate edition and the Dark Knight edition.

Kevin · April 12th, 2015

Video: The Lexus RC F at Top Speed

Here’s French magazine Option Auto pushing the Lexus RC F to its top speed of 277km/hour (172mph).

Kevin · April 10th, 2015

New Lexus ES to Debut at Auto Shanghai on April 20th

Lexus has announced the new ES will debut on April 20th at Auto Shanghai, and have released a first teaser image to prove it.

Kevin · April 9th, 2015

The Inspiration Behind the Lexus GS F

Car & Driver has a nice feature on the Lexus GS F and chief engineer Yukihiko Yaguchi.

Kevin · April 9th, 2015

Review: The 2015 Lexus NX 200t F SPORT in Miami

Lexus Enthusiast has just launched a new review section on our forums, and to kick things off, site administrator Mike Forsythe has published an extensive writeup on the NX 200t F SPORT.

Kevin · April 9th, 2015

What Do Current Lexus RX Owners Think of the New Design?

WardsAuto has an interview with Lexus USA general manager Jeff Bracken on the 2016 next-generation RX and what the new design means for existing owners.

Kevin · April 9th, 2015

Success of Lexus NX Means Possible Inventory Shortage in USA

The Lexus NX could be in short supply in the USA as demand outstrips available inventory.

Kevin · April 8th, 2015